Description:For a lot of companies, business was fine just a few short months ago. Now however, many companies find themselves in one of three categories: 1) business is solid, but could be a whole lot better since growth has slowed or flat lined; 2) business is only OK, but they're trending down and experiencing slipping margins; or 3) times are downright tough.

Public Funds Summit East

Dates: 7/8/09 -
7/8/09Location:
Hyatt Regency Newport
Newport, RI

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Times: 8am-8pmAddress:
1 Goat Island
Newport, RI

Description:Opal Financial Groups annual public funds conference will address issues that are most critical to the investment success of senior public pension fund officers and trustees. The conference will cover how surplus returns should affect employee benefit plans, the processes for selection and evaluation of investment managers, legal concerns with fund investment and management policies as well as the benefits and pitfalls of a wide variety of investment strategies.By focusing on an atmosphere of education and networking, the public funds summit east will provide a unique environment in which members of the public sector can exchange ideas and learn from other delegates, money managers, consultants and other attendees.

Family Office & Private Wealth Mangement Forum

Dates: 7/8/09 -
7/10/09Location:
Hyatt Regency Newport
Newport, RI

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Times: 8am-8pmAddress:
Hyatt Regency Newport
Newport, RI

Description:Opal Financial Group's annual family office and private wealth conference will address specific investment challenges faced by high-net-worth individuals and family offices. Panel discussions will focus on a wide range of investment strategies and solutions designed to maximize returns. In addition, there will be ample opportunity to network with representatives from some of the leading family offices and asset management firms in the industry.The Family Office/Private Wealth Management Forum is one of our most popular events each year.

Women's Network Breakfast- Mary Shapiro

Dates: 6/10/09 -
6/10/09Location:
TBD
Boston, MA

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Times: 7:45-9:00amAddress:
TBD
Boston, MA

Description:These breakfast programs spotlight the accomplishments of leading female professionals and promote the significant impact that women have made on the Greater Boston region. Professionals from a variety of sectors and all career levels gather monthly to network and hear guest speakers comment on their specific areas of expertise and provide career enrichment opportunities.

Description:If your company is looking for ways to leverage emerging economies such as Brazil, China, India, Russia and Mexico, you'll want to attend this interactive working session. Topics include: Business Outlook for US Firms in India, Brazil and China Sourcing Products and Ideas from Emerging Markets Capturing Customers in Emerging Markets New Global Champions from Emerging Markets

Government Affairs Forum-Senate President Therese Murray

Dates: 4/15/09 -
4/15/09Location:
TBD
Boston, MA

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Times: 8:10-9:15amAddress:
TBD
Boston, MA

Description:The Government Affairs Forum provides a platform for senior-level business executives to gain valuable insight from prominent government officials, build a strong network within the business and government communities, and engage in important policy issues that impact the leading industries in the Greater Boston region.